New way of laminating curved graphite/epoxy parts prevents delamination and porosity. Originally developed for a sharply-curved expansion joint frame on Space Shuttle payload-bay doors, new method may also be useful in constructing laminated parts for boat hulls or small aircraft. Method employs shims strategically positioned in layup of graphite/ epoxy tape. Shims allow for extra length in layup plies. On final cure, added length compensates for shrinkage that would otherwise have caused delamination.


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    Title :

    Eliminating Delamination in Curved Composite Parts


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    Publication date :

    1982-12-01



    Type of media :

    Miscellaneous


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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